Vladimir Novák
About Vladimir Novák
Vladimir Novák is the Tesco Central Europe Commercial Operations Leader at Procter & Gamble, with over 15 years of experience in the FMCG sector and a diverse background in finance roles.
Current Role at Procter & Gamble
Vladimir Novák serves as the Tesco Central Europe Commercial Operations Leader at Procter & Gamble Central Europe (CE). He is responsible for overseeing commercial operations across Tesco's Central European markets. His role involves strategic planning, financial management, and operational efficiency to drive growth and profitability. He also handles regional customer accounts, including Tesco, Kaufland, Lidl, and various e-commerce platforms in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.
Previous Financial Management Roles at Procter & Gamble
Vladimir Novák has held multiple financial management positions at Procter & Gamble. He served as the CE Regional Customers Finance Manager, Czech/Slovak Finance Manager, and Tesco Central Europe Finance Manager. He also took on roles such as Fabric Care Finance Manager for the Middle East and Africa, Rakona Plant Finance Manager, Financial Planning and Controlling Manager in Budapest, and a range of sales and cost management positions. These roles highlight his extensive experience in financial planning, control, and decision-making across different regions.
Early Career and Industry Experience
Before joining Procter & Gamble, Vladimir Novák gained valuable experience working in various roles across the FMCG sector. His earlier positions include being a Business Planner at PepsiCo, Account Supervisor at Ogilvy & Mather Advertising, and Account Manager at Markwill. Each of these roles contributed to his understanding of business operations, planning, and client management, laying a strong foundation for his subsequent finance-oriented positions.
Educational Background in Economics and Finance
Vladimir Novák holds an advanced educational background in economics and finance. He graduated from Vysoká škola ekonomická v Praze with an Inženýr (Ing.) degree in Economics and Finance. Additionally, he earned a Master's degree in Business Administration from the Prague University of Economics. His education provided him with a strong theoretical and practical foundation necessary for his diverse roles in finance and business management.
Key Projects and Initiatives
Throughout his career, Vladimir Novák has played pivotal roles in several significant projects. He was instrumental in the launch of Ariel in South Africa, which required comprehensive financial and strategic planning. At the Rakona plant, he led a cost-saving initiative during an economic crisis, demonstrating his leadership and financial acumen. His focus on external business factors and strong business acumen led him to a prominent commercial operations role in Tesco Central Europe.